Dried Codonopsis Root Dang Shen 500g Medium Strips with Astragalus for Tea and Soup

Dried Codonopsis Root, known in TCM as Dang Shen (党参), from Codonopsis pilosula. These medium-grade root strips are sun-dried and cut for convenient use. In TCM theory, Dang Shen is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the spleen and lung channels. It is commonly simmered in soups, decoctions, or steeped in hot water, often paired with Huang Qi (黄芪) and Dang Gui (当归). This listing is a food-grade agricultural product and is not intended to replace medication.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Dang Shen (党参) dried root strips sourced from Gansu province
• Botanical source Codonopsis pilosula, a classic TCM qi-tonifying herb
• Medium-strip cut that is easy to portion for tea, soup, and decoction
• Includes a bonus pack of Huang Qi (黄芪) Astragalus root for traditional pairing
• Sun-dried processing with no added ingredients, suitable for culinary use

Quality & Sensory

The root strips typically show a yellowish-brown to grayish-brown exterior with fine longitudinal wrinkles and a soft, slightly flexible texture. They carry a mild, sweet, earthy aroma, and when simmered or steeped they typically yield a light amber infusion with a gentle, sweet, root-like taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep root strips in hot water for a mild daily herbal tea
• Simmer in chicken, pork, or vegetable soups for traditional flavor
• Add to slow-cooked decoctions with Astragalus and Angelica root
• Include in congee or grain porridge during seasonal cooking

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Dang Shen is traditionally used to support the spleen and lung systems and is a common gentler substitute in formulas where ginseng might be considered. It is frequently paired with Huang Qi (黄芪) and Dang Gui (当归) in classic nourishing soups and decoctions, especially in autumn and winter cooking. Home cooks also add it to congee, herbal broths, and steamed dishes for a naturally sweet depth.

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